CHRISTIAN HAUB'S

MONTVALE, N.J. -- A&P hadn't had a complete leadership transition in 18 years.So the news last month that Christian Haub was taking the helm was an event that raised hopes for a resurgence of the 139-year- old company.A&P's financial underperformance in recent years has led shareholders and analysts to wonder when its promised turnaround would occur. Haub's moves will eventually help answer numerous